Charles Lindberg was the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic. He departed from Long Island and landed in France. His flight took a total of 33 hours and 30 min.
He became a hero when he came back to the States. His plane was named the Spirit of St. Louis (where he initially began his flight) and was later nicknamed "Lucky Lindy" after its memorable flight.
He became a hero when he came back to the States. His plane was named the Spirit of St. Louis (where he initially began his flight) and was later nicknamed "Lucky Lindy" after its memorable flight.